Nova subframe question

[Kenova]

Im trying to figure out what to do with the front end of my 69 nova. How strong is the stock subframe? Does it need added welds, gussets, etc? Any major drawbacks to using the stock frame as opposed to a fabbed unit? Can steering geometry be massaged enough to provide good handling with the stocker?
Thanks

I rewelded the entire subframe in my Nova. The original welds were nothing more than a pathetic, piss poor excuse for welding . It amazes me that these subframes have held together for all these years, especially the big block cars. . I put about 3 1/2 lbs of mig wire into mine. When (if) I get the Nova back on the road, I'll take it to a frame shop just to make sure the subframe is straight and properly located.
I did all this (reweld subframe and rebuilt suspension) about the same time the after market subframes began to appear . If I were starting over right now, I'd probably go with the Wayne Due subframe. Just might anyways!
Ken